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Urbana police brighten holidays with ‘Shop with a Cop’ event

Local children experience joy and connection as officers and community partners team up to spread holiday cheer.

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U of I alum Devon Witherspoon selected to third NFL Pro Bowl

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Former U of I football player and All-American Devon Witherspoon was selected to his third-straight…

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Illini hoops couple ties the knot after Braggin’ Rights win

Humrichous and McKenzie exchange vows less than a day after rivalry victory.

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Health experts urge vaccination and staying home when sick as flu activity increases

Vaccination remains one of the most effective tools for reducing severe illness.

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National conversations are helping make grieving more accepted, especially during the holidays

OSF HealthCare expert says shared stories and support can ease isolation and honor loved ones.

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Track Santa today and tonight on the Norad Santa Tracker

The interactive experience includes live maps, location updates, and fun holiday facts.

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PET OF THE WEEK: Road trip to Moore’s Rescue Ranch – and Duane reads the kitties a book

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Wednesday morning, Duane Shannon from WIXY 100.3 visited the Kitty Crib on North Market Street…

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Powerball jackpot reaches $1.7 billion for Wednesday drawing

Illinois players celebrate big wins while eyeing record-breaking holiday prize.

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Illinois joins multistate action over SAFE Act violation

Mortgage loan originator sanctioned for education misconduct, fined $31,000.

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Holiday magic shines at Cunningham Children’s Home

Community generosity, festive traditions, and joyful programs bring hope to youth and families.

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Kristi Jones named Assistant Director of Agriculture in Illinois

Illinois Department of Agriculture Deputy Director promoted to new role, subject to Senate confirmation.

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HFS to increase funding for Planned Parenthood across Illinois

$4 million investment aims to counteract federal defunding of Planned Parenthood following the Trump administration's budget bill.

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Roto-Rooter of Champaign donates $4,700 to Eastern Illinois Foodbank

Percentage of November job revenues supports food assistance efforts for local families.

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Illinois dominates Missouri 91-48 in Braggin’ Rights game

Keaton Wagler scores 22 points, leading the Illini to their largest victory in series history.

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Three arrested after gun recovered near Champaign Culver’s

Authorities charge two men and one woman with unlawful possession of a loaded firearm.

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Krannert’s Spring 2026 brings a stellar lineup of live performances to remember

From timeless operas to cutting-edge urban circus acts, the season will showcase world-class talent and creativity.

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You can’t get that on an Illinois license plate

Watch the video here of Giannoulias showing you what's been banned.

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Track Santa’s journey this Christmas Eve – only two days left!

The NORAD Santa Tracker returns December 23, sponsored by Gibson Area Hospital.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles win their second NFC East title in a row by beating the Commanders 29-18

As the percussive horns of Stevie Wonder's "Sir Duke" filled the air, Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni — wearing a black T-shirt bearing the words, "Been there, won that" — made the rounds in the locker room, offering hand clasps and back slaps to his players after they accomplished something that hadn't happened in two decades: win a second consecutive NFC East title.

2 days ago in Entertainment

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ launches with $88M domestically, $345M worldwide

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" opened with $345 million in worldwide sales, according to studio estimates Sunday, notching the second-best global debut of the year and potentially putting James Cameron on course to set yet more blockbuster records.

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2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles win their second NFC East title in a row by beating the Commanders 29-18

As the percussive horns of Stevie Wonder's "Sir Duke" filled the air, Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni — wearing a black T-shirt bearing the words, "Been there, won that" — made the rounds in the locker room, offering hand clasps and back slaps to his players after they accomplished something that hadn't happened in two decades: win a second consecutive NFC East title.

2 days ago in Entertainment

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ launches with $88M domestically, $345M worldwide

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" opened with $345 million in worldwide sales, according to studio estimates Sunday, notching the second-best global debut of the year and potentially putting James Cameron on course to set yet more blockbuster records.

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Pop culture in 2025: A ring for Taylor, an ill-timed KissCam … and whatever ‘6-7’ means

From the inexplicable to the familiar, here's our annual, highly selective journey down pop culture memory lane.

2 days ago in National

Hundreds mourn Brown University sophomore Ella Cook, killed in campus shooting

A Brown University sophomore who was killed in an attack at the Rhode Island university was remembered Monday as "smart, confident, curious, kind, principled, brave," at a funeral in her home state of Alabama.

5 days ago in Sports

Los Angeles Angels settles lawsuit with family of pitcher Tyler Skaggs over fatal overdose

The Los Angeles Angels reached a confidential settlement Friday in a lawsuit over the drug overdose death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs.